Krazy Super Concert Finally Touches Down in Southern California and Doesn’t Disappoint
After a seven-month postponement, the long-awaited Krazy Super Concert finally touched down in Long Beach with a packed lineup featuring artists like aespa, ZEROBASEONE, AKMU, BamBam, SUNMI, and CL spanning over two nights and was hosted by singer and Korean personality, Kim Jong Kook.
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Night one started with an amazing opening by special guest Alaina Castillo, who performed her songs “Stars” (unreleased) and “pocket locket,” which was popularized by NewJeans member Hanni during a live stream. After her performance, popular K-Pop boy group ZEROBASEONE entertained the audience with stages of their newly released single, “GOOD SO BAD,” and fan favorite, “New Kids on the Block.” As the fans were introduced to the beginning of the group’s set, fans cheered and began singing along with the members. There was a noticeable shift in energy as fans eagerly stood up and danced, matching the members’ enthusiasm. The night wasn’t just filled with music but also fan interaction and games, as MC Jong Kook would come out to talk with the members and have small activities like a Random Play Dance for fans to enjoy. After the segments, ZEROBASEONE continued on with their six-song set performing songs like “Feel the POP” and “In Bloom.” And with the night just beginning, you can truly tell that the stage was set.
Soon, other artists like SUNMI and Lay Zhang came out to perform not only their iconic songs but also newer releases that fans were extremely excited to hear for the first time. SUNMI’s “TAIL,” “Heart Burn,” and “Gashina” all left the audience speechless from her high energy and stage presence. Meanwhile, Lay had a jam-packed set with songs including “Psychic” and “Step.” Also in an unexpected turn of events, Lay brought out pop singer Lauv to perform "Run Back to You" and “i’m so tired…”
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However, the biggest highlight of the night was AKMU, as it was the brother-sister duo’s first-ever performance in the States. Accompanied by a live band, AKMU had an electrifying entrance leading up to their iconic songs like “200%," “NAKKA,” “DINOSAUR,” and “Love Lee” to entertain fans. Their vocals filled the venue and you couldn’t help but feel the energy that AKMU was emitting with their amazing vocals.
To wrap up night one was the one-and-only aespa. Greeted with cheers by the crowd, aespa gave a thrilling set featuring fan favorites “Supernova” and “Drama,” both of which had fans chanting every word. Halfway through their set, MC Kim Jong Kook came out once again to talk with the girls, ask them how it felt to be back in LA, and even play some activities to hype up the crowd. They closed out their set performing “Hold On Tight” and their newly released “Armageddon,” leaving the venue shaking with their incredible stage presence.
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Picking up where they left off, night two was also in for a treat with artists AGNEZ MO, BamBam, DK of iKON, and CL, joining the lineup. AGNEZ MO took the stage, commanding the crowd with her powerful vocals and infectious energy. From her groovy R&B-infused "Coke Bottle" to the party vibes of “Party in Bali,” she had the audience on their feet and closed her set with the hype-filled "Get Loose" that left fans buzzing.
DK, ZEROBASEONE, and BamBam followed with their own dynamic sets. DK’s smooth vocals on songs like "Groovin" and his reflections on iKON’s legacy resonated with the crowd, even performing the well-loved “LOVE SCENARIO” for fans to enjoy. Similar to last night's festivities, MC Kim Jong Kook came out to talk with DK and play some activities that furthered the connection between the artist and his fans. ZEROBASEONE soon got the arena on its feet with tracks “KILL THE ROMEO” and “Sunday RIDE.” Even though this was their second night at Krazy Super Concert, ZEROBASEONE was sure to give the same energy, possibly even more with the help of the crowd’s liveliness. Shortly after, GOT7’s BamBam delivered a jaw-dropping performance with his stages of “LAST PARADE” and ended with the iconic GOT7 track “Hard Carry,” cementing his status as a crowd favorite.
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Before the final acts, MC Kim Jong Kook even took the stage to sing a few of his own songs like “Loveable,” which was greeted with loud cheers from the crowd. Before long, aespa's electrifying stage of ”Black Mamba,” had the crowd enthralled even mentioning and embracing the crowd’s powerful cheers to showcase a wondrous performance. They even expressed how night two’s crowd may be louder than the first night. They closed out their set talking with MC Kim Jong Kook once more and graced the stage with the iconic track, “Next Level.”
However, everyone, even the artists, were waiting for CL's powerful closing set. The crowd was in a frenzy as she launched into “SPICY,” showcasing her iconic confidence and fiery charisma. One of the night’s standout moments came during “5 Star,” where CL engaged with fans at the back of the arena, making everyone feel part of the experience. Her connection with the audience was undeniable, as she performed with intensity and passion, delivering each track with precision and style. CL’s set perfectly captured the essence of the Krazy Super Concert, closing the event on a high note. With her final track, the arena was buzzing with energy, leaving no doubt that she had the audience in the palm of her hand from start to finish. It was the perfect ending to a night of non-stop excitement. Krazy Super Concert was a whirlwind of energy, leaving fans eagerly awaiting its next stop.